Dr. Laveena Khanchandani, PsyD
Seeking therapy can often be a difficult decision and can create anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. However, Dr. Khanchandani functions from the foundation for a positive experience in therapy which first begins with establishing a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. Doing so, can encourage positive growth towards goals. Therapy is facilitated with transparency about what to expect from therapy and goals are formulated collaboratively.
Credentials:
- Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology (PSYD)-2013-Argosy University-American School of Professional Psychology
- Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology (M.S)-2009-Loyola University in Maryland
- Masters of Arts in Public Administration (M.A)-2007-University of North Carolina in Wilmington
- Bachelors of Arts in Psychology (B.A)-2005-East Carolina University
Clinical Experiences
Dr. Khanchandani’s clinical training and employment comprise of the following: private practices, community-based organizations, non-profit organizations, and inpatient/outpatient hospitals including Saint Elizabeths Hospital and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Areas of specialized population includes: children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Knowledge and expertise comprise of providing individual, family, and group therapy as well as conducting psychological evaluations. Collaborative treatment planning and a strong therapeutic relationship is a key to a successful outcome and paramount of clinical care.
Dr. Khanchandani has also received specialized training in conducting group therapy in the following areas: social skills, coping skills, anger management, competency groups, substance abuse, dialectical-behavioral therapy (DBT), trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and other psychoeducational and supportive groups.
Dr. Khanchandani conducts evidence-based assessments for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum disorders (ASD), mood disorders, anxiety disorders (including Posttraumatic Stress disorder {PTSD}), and personality disorders. She blends rigorous scientific standards and use of validated and reliable assessment tools with a compassionate, collaborative, and culturally-sensitive client-centered approach. This ensures that every evaluation provides a clear, actionable roadmap for treatment, clear understanding of one’s cognitive functioning, attentional functioning, memory and learning, and emotional/personality functioning.
Mindfulness, crisis interventions, developing/implementing individualized positive-behavioral support plans, and anger management are also many of her special interests.
Dr. Khanchandani’s areas of expertise comprise of using an integrated therapeutic approach in development of culturally sensitive client-centered treatment plans with focus on cognitive-behavioral therapy, family therapy, substance abuse counseling, marital therapy, and interpersonal therapy.
Dr. Khanchandani’s specialty areas also include the following:
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Trauma and Stress Related Disorders (PTSD)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Grief/Bereavement
- Reactive Attachment Disorder
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Learning Disorders
- Substance Abuse/Dependence
- Conduct Disorders
- Personality disorders
- Psychological Evaluations
- Parental Capacity Evaluations
- Neuropsychological Evaluations
- Diagnostic Evaluations
- Substance Abuse Evaluations
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Khanchandani consults with hospitals, schools, universities, and medical professionals to ensure clients receive coordinated support. Dr. Khanchandani is dedicated to transforming complex diagnostic questions into empowering insights for her clients to assist with diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, and academic/work accommodations in supporting individuals’ presenting needs.
Languages spoken: English & Hindi